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#366 of 534 private schools in NJ
St Cecilia Elementary School
Elementary School
4851 CAMDEN AVE, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#366 of 534
In Pennsauken
#2 of 2
public schools
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About St Cecilia Elementary School
St Cecilia Elementary School is a private elementary school in Pennsauken, NJ. St Cecilia Elementary School serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Cecilia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #366 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 190 students, St Cecilia Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St Cecilia Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Cecilia Elementary School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Pennsauken, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Cecilia Elementary School (this school) | 5.8 |
| G.H. Carson Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST | 8.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary School | 3.9 |
| A.E. Burling High School | — |
| Pennsauken Intermediate School | 5.9 |
| George B. Fine Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Howard M. Phifer Middle School | 5.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4851 CAMDEN AVE, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Cecilia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Merchantville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pennsauken, see our Pennsauken schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,307
Median Home Value
$194,400
Median Rent
$1,192/mo
Population
18,955
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
36.5
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| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY AT ST CATHARINE Glen Rock, NJ | 5.8 |
| Chelsea Heights School Atlantic City, NJ | 5.8 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY/DIOCESE Rockaway, NJ | 5.8 |
| Highlands Elementary School Highlands, NJ | 5.8 |
| Memorial School South Hackensack, NJ | 5.8 |
| OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL REGIONAL SCHOOL Berlin, NJ | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Cecilia Elementary School
What grades does St Cecilia Elementary School serve?
St Cecilia Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Cecilia Elementary School?
St Cecilia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Cecilia Elementary School rank in NJ?
St Cecilia Elementary School ranks #366 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is St Cecilia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Cecilia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Cecilia Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Cecilia Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Cecilia Elementary School a religious school?
St Cecilia Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Phone
- (856) 662-0149
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